MONICA SMITH-WALLACE
Talent Acquisition Manager-Early Talent
Caterpillar Inc.
Occupation: Monica Smith-Wallace is a talent acquisition manager for Caterpillar Inc. She leads a seven-person team that recruits candidates for intern or entry-level positions in accounting, finance, pricing, information technology, communications, human resources and environmental health and safety. Her team also partners with four HBCUs to enhance relationships and recruiting.
Community Involvement: Ms. Smith-Wallace is a founding member of the Elizabeth Lindsay Davis chapter of the National Association of Colored Women. She volunteers for Heart of Illinois United Way, Impact Central Illinois, and A Mother’s Wish, which provides Christmas gifts to children of incarcerated mothers. She also serves on the Peoria City/County Joint Commission on Racial Justice and Equity.
Education: Bachelor of science, organizational communications, Bradley University
Three things she’s passionate about: Career development of others, mindfulness, family
Three favorite hobbies: Traveling, giving back, mixology
Career influence or inspiration: “I love talent development! I aspire to continue doing wonderful work in this space and expand my focus on career-readiness in my community. Being part of the beautiful Black and brown candidates I come across in my field of work feeds my passion. I’m blessed to be part of their career journey.”
Inspirational quote: “Start where you are with what you have. Make something of it and never be satisfied.” George Washington Carver
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